Student Employment FAQs

How many hours may I work each week?

Students are limited to a maximum of eighteen (18) hours of
work per week while school is in session. During school
vacations, such as winter break, the maximum number of hours is forty (40) per
week.

Overtime is not authorized. A student may not work more than five (5)
hours without taking a half-hour meal break. A student may
never work more than eight (8) hours in one day, or more
than forty (40) hours in one week, including all jobs worked.

How do I earn a raise?

When you have worked two consecutive semesters in the same
position, at the same pay rate, you may be eligible for a
raise. However, supervisors
determine whether students will be offered an increase in pay, based on individual performance and/or budgetary restrictions.

The Kronos web page will not load. Why not?

Not all web browsers are compatible with Kronos, such as
Mozilla. Internet Explorer is the best browser for using
Kronos. If using Internet Explorer does not correct
the problem, please refer to the next FAQ on this page.

I am not able to login to Kronos. How do I resolve this?

Kronos operates on a Java platform, and all Java applets
must be enabled for Kronos to work. If you are having
problems loading Kronos, contact ITS for assistance with your
browser settings.

Why can't I enter my hours into Kronos?

When you are hired, it may take up to two weeks before all
your employment information is set up in the Kronos
database. The Payroll department will notify you by email
once your information is entered into Kronos. You may log
hours worked starting with the date of your email notice
from Payroll. All hours worked prior to the email date
must be logged on a green paper timesheet and submitted to your
supervisor for approval.

When I select "search" in the transfer field, none of my
jobs appear.

You may be viewing dates prior to your set up in Kronos.
Please refer to the date you received your email
notification from Payroll regarding your Kronos setup. If
you cannot enter hours for dates following your setup in
Kronos, please contact Payroll.
Carol Thompson, the
Payroll Manager, may be contacted at extension 71665;
Lawrence Youhanna
may be contacted at extension 73408; and
Erica Mooyman at
extension 75904.

May I change jobs?

You should give your supervisor two weeks notice if you wish
to change jobs. You may change jobs mid-semester if
necessary. Consult with your supervisor to discuss any
changes.

Does the money I earn working on campus over winter break count toward my total work allotment allowance?

Yes. Both winter and spring break earnings count toward your work allotment. Speak with the supervisor your will work for over the break regarding an allotment increase equal to wages earned during this time.